Having flat feet means that the arch in the feet is lower than normal. Flat feet can cause pain and difficulty walking. Many people assume that there is nothing that can be done and suffer through, however, contrary to popular belief, there are steps that can be taken to help reduce the pain that is often attributed to having flat […]
We have all heard the phrase “If the shoe fits…” Unfortunately though, too many people take that quite literally –assuming that if the shoe fits, they should wear it –regardless of if the shoes are hurting their feet. Many people fail to pay attention to warning signs that their shoes might not be the right shoe for their feet. There […]
When it comes to our feet –winter can be a recipe for disaster. With winter just around the corner –many of us are stocking up on various winter gear to help keep the cold snow and weather out of our boots. But it’s important to find footwear that’s not only waterproof –but also breathable. It’s also important to ensure that […]
Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that occurs on the foot. It is a fungus that grows on the top layer of skin, and grows best in warm, damp places –such as between the toes. It is called athlete’s foot because athletes tend to contract it due to the amount of time spent in locker rooms –where athlete’s foot is […]
Ingrown toenails occur when the side of the toenail grows into the flesh surrounding it, often causing infection and pain. Ingrown toenails are more common than you might think, and in many cases, the treatment can be done at home –but if left untreated for a long period of time, complications can arise and you may need to seek medical […]
Heel spurs are small growths which occur on the underside of the heel. The growth –a calcium deposit, can extend forward as much as half an inch, making it difficult to walk without pain. While the spurs themselves are not painful, they can cause pain to the heel. Causes Heel spurs are calcium deposits that develop over the course of […]
The bone in your heel is the largest bone in your foot. This bone has an important job to do –to support the rest of your body. With so much weight pressing onto your feet, it’s important that they’re in top condition –and able to provide proper support to the rest of your body. There are many causes for heel […]
Plantar fasciitis is the leading cause of heel pain. The plantar fascia is the flat band of tissue that connects your toes to your heel bone and supports the arch in your foot, and plays an important part in allowing you to walk. If your plantar fascia is strained it becomes weakened or inflamed –causing pain in your foot or […]
Flat feet, also known as acquired flat foot disorder is a condition in which the arch of the foot has not developed as normal. When this happens, the arch in the foot which runs along the sole of the foot is either flattened or lowered. This condition can occur in both of the feet or just one foot. While flat […]
Plantar warts, also known as veruca or veruca plantari, are hard growths which grow on the base of the foot. These warts are usually located on the heel or toes, and get their name from their location since the sole of the foot is known as the plantar aspect of the foot. Plantar warts are common warts, and are most […]